Welcome to 412 Cedar Tree Trail, a rare retreat on Manitoulin’s Lake Huron coast offering 300 feet of dramatic Alvar shoreline framed by a beautiful cedar forest. This unique property features a handcrafted main cottage, a traditional wood-fired sauna, and two additional outbuildings, all designed with simple, thoughtful off-grid living in mind. The main cottage is built with heavy timber construction using steel brackets and topped with a durable steel roof.
An impressive eight-foot covered overhang wraps around three sides, creating sheltered outdoor space ideal for relaxing, storing firewood, or taking in the surrounding forest and lake breezes. Inside, the open-concept interior rises to an impressive 16-foot ceiling, with exposed post and beam construction, updated windows that bring in the light, and a central wood stove that anchors the great room. The pine interior offers flexibility to complete the kitchen, living, and dining areas to suit your needs, while a large loft spanning the length of the cottage provides additional space for sleeping quarters, a studio, or a quiet reading retreat. A roof-mounted solar panel system supports a dedicated power area with battery bank, inverter, and charge controls, giving the property a practical and sustainable energy source.
Near the shoreline sits a classic cedar-lined sauna cabin with wood stove, change room, and its own four-foot overhang, creating the perfect place to cool down between sauna rounds while gazing toward the lake. Two additional small structures complete the offering: a covered wood and utility shed, and a charming green bunkie or studio shell with a picture window, ready to be finished into a guest space, workshop, or art studio.
The property’s shoreline is truly special, offering a mix of smooth limestone shelves, wave-swept rock pools, and pebble beaches perfect for swimming, kayaking, or simply enjoying the endless views. At sunset, the stone reflects a warm glow that makes this setting unforgettable. Among the natural limestone shelves and pebble beaches lies a truly unique formation known as ‘Fish Rock,’ a feature shaped by nature that adds a memorable touch to this special stretch of shoreline perfectly named by one truly special couple.
This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a private, peaceful retreat on Lake Huron where craftsmanship, natural beauty, and the spirit of Manitoulin come together. Whether you are seeking a family getaway, a place to recharge in nature, or a legacy property to pass down, 412 Cedar Tree Trail is a destination like no other.